The House Divided

The House Divided: A Novel is a historical fiction book written by Henry Brereton Marriott Watson and originally published in 1901. The story is set in England during the 17th century, a time of great political and social upheaval. The novel follows the lives of two families, the Sheridans and the Davenants, who are divided by their political allegiances. The Sheridans are staunch supporters of King Charles I, while the Davenants are Parliamentarians who seek to limit the king's power.The novel explores the complex relationships between the characters as they navigate the turbulent political landscape. The Sheridans and the Davenants are both wealthy and influential families, but their differences threaten to tear them apart. The novel also delves into the personal lives of the characters, including their loves, losses, and betrayals.As the political tensions escalate, the characters are forced to make difficult choices that will affect their families and their country. The House Divided: A Novel is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in English history. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the political and social history of 17th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.